call for public art: lay park
The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County (ACCGov) invites Athens-area artists to submit public art proposals for consideration for a Community Center Improvements project in Athens, Georgia. The selected artist(s) will work with stakeholders and government staff to create public art that enhances the user experience and complements the selected site: a mural design (to be commercially reproduced on panels) for the exterior of Lay Park Community Center.
Project Overview & Site Description
Athens-Clarke County, GA is a university town known for its historic, diverse, and creative environment. Lay Park Community Center has been serving Athens' community since 1975. Nestled in the center of Athens, this is the closest park to Downtown Athens. Lay Park Community Center offers the following amenities for individuals of all ages: a gymnasium, outdoor basketball courts, tennis court, playground, baseball field, outdoor pool, fitness room, multipurpose rooms and more. Lay Park offers programming and activities for all ages, throughout the year.
The following timeline is contingent with staff and the facility’s schedule and may be changed, but is current as of this RFP as follows:
- Selection panel convenes: September 2025
- Selected art will be contacted: September 2025
- Mayor & Commission vote on recommended artist(s): Fall 2025
- Contract signing: Fall 2025
- Art installation: Fall 2025